Gateway Hospice Volunteering

9380 McKnight Road
Suite 201
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Toll-Free: 877-878-2244
Local: 412-536-2020
Fax: 412-366-2357
Website: www.gatewayhospice.com

Volunteers are the heart of hospice and play a vital role in the total care of the patient with the assistance of the interdisciplinary team, which consists of nurses, hospice aides, social workers, chaplains, and the bereavement coordinators.

Gateway staff and volunteers enable patients and family members to embrace life to the fullest extent. In the comfort of a patient's residence, whether in a home or in a facility, volunteers offer a listening ear or a gentle hand to enhance the well-being of patients. They also render critical support behind the scenes.

There are many ways to use your talents and lend a hand to those in need. Training is provided at no charge and at your convenience. To volunteer, simply contact the volunteer department.

Volunteer Opportunities:

Patient and Family Support
Friendly visitors provide socialization, perhaps read aloud, play cards, pray, sing songs or share reminiscences. They offer relief sitting for caregivers, pet therapy, and more.

Bedside Vigil
Vigil volunteers offer additional support when family members are out of the area and a patient has expressed concern over dying alone or when a patient has a change in location or condition. These volunteers receive additional training and support from the interdisciplinary team members.

Special Projects / Special Events
Creative volunteers make crafts, greeting cards, or lap blankets for patients. Some assist n events such as the semiannual memorial service.

Community Education
Volunteers distribute fliers during community outings and senior fairs, as well as provide information and presentations to civic organizations.

Office Support
Clerical volunteers answer the telephone, photocopy, file or prepare bulk mailings.

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